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William Powell

Aldergrove,BRITISH COLUMBIA

Summary

With over 39 years of professional driving experience, including a significant tenure at Bassett Petroleum Ltd., I excel in maintaining impeccable safety standards and enhancing customer satisfaction. My expertise encompasses advanced vehicle maintenance and defensive driving techniques, underscored by a strong work ethic and self-motivation. Achieved a zero-accident record through diligent adherence to safety protocols and efficient route planning.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Bassett Petroleum Ltd.
Richmond, BC
05.2018 - Current

• Operated a Class 3 w/air Straight Tandem Truck, Manual Transmission 28,000kg GVW, Equipped. with bulk pumping system with zero accidents.

• Loaded/Delivery of Bulk Lubricants, Drums, Pallets of pails and case goods.

• Performed thorough pre and post trips ensuring optimal performance and increasing safety standards and protocols minimizing the. likelihood of malfunction during critical tasks.

• Completed paperwork required for each delivery including meter tickets.

• Maintained a log book/ e-log as required.

  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Autocamping Ltd
Richmond, BC
02.2012 - 05.2018

•See above explanation.

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Altrom GPC Auto Group
Richmond, BC
02.2012 - 05.2018

• Please see above, same facility, same truck, same responsibility as transitioned with the job to each company over 15 years (2009- present)

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

M & R Environmental
Richmond, BC
06.2009 - 01.2012

•See above explanation.

Bulk Tanker Driver

M & R Environmental
Burnaby, BC
07.2006 - 06.2009

• Operated a Class 3 w/air Tandem 5 compartment

Bulk Tanker

• Responsible for picking up Waste Oil from Shops, and Dealerships

• Operated a Class 3 w/air Antifreeze Bulk Tanker

• Responsible for pick up of Waste Antifreeze and. delivery of new product from same truck

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Chevron Texaco
Delta, BC
08.2002 - 07.2006

• Please see above responsibilities 2009-present.

• In addition Operated a Tractor/Trailer manual transmission 48,000 kg GVW. equipped with bulk pumping system for Holiday relief in the Interior BC

Fuel Transport Driver

Morrow Fuel Services/Petro Canada
Burnaby, BC
03.1995 - 06.2002

• Distribution Specialist *see above for all responsibilities

• Operated Truck/Pup Combo *B-train equivalent. 65,000 kg GVW (FUEL DELIVERY)

• Bulk Tanker (HEATING OIL DELIVERY)

• Tandem Tanker (JET A+B FUEL DELIVERY TO. PLANES AT AIRPORT)

• Single Axle (LUBRICANTS DELIVERY)

Delivery Driver

Canadian Linen
10.1994 - 01.1995

• Operated a Grumman Truck

• Pick up soiled linens/ Delivery of New linens

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Pennzoil Products Canada
Burnaby, BC
08.1991 - 10.1994

• Distribution Specialist *see above for all responsibilities

Tire Technician

Kal Tire
Lillooet, BC
03.1989 - 12.1990
  • Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Boosted productivity, performing tire repairs and replacements in a fast-paced environment.

Logging Truck Driver

Fred Lowe Logging/Art and Dennis Harris Trucking
Merritt, BC
07.1986 - 03.1989
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Operated Logging truck along with various loading equipment
  • Operated a Belly Dump for construction of Hwy 97C Connector

Education

Grade 12 Diploma -

Victoria Composite High-school
Edmonton, AB

Skills

  • Class 1 Operator (manual transmission)
  • 39 years Professional Driving Career
  • Safe Driving
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Transportation safety
  • DOT Compliance
  • Load security
  • GPS and route planning
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Defensive Driving Techniques
  • Clean MVR
  • Hazardous Materials Handling

Languages

English

Certification

▪︎ P.G.A. ( PROPANE GAS ASSOCIATION)

°100 Course: refueling and recertification auto propane tanks

°101 Course: instructors course for refueling and recertification auto propane tanks

▪︎GOVERNMENT DRIVER TRAINING

° Class 1 Driver's License

° Air Brake Certificate

° Smith System Driver Training

▪︎ B.C.T.A. (BRITISH COLUMBIA TRUCKING ASSOCIATION)

° Dangerous Goods Certfication

▪︎ IVES AND ASSOCIATES

° Lift Truck Operation Certificate

▪︎ W.H.M.I.S. (WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM)

° Trained and Certified

▪︎ C.P.P.I. (CANADIAN PETROLEUM PRODUCTS INSTITUTE)

° Driver Certified

▪︎ PETRO CANADA DRIVER CERTIFICATION

° Certified with all operating requirements

▪︎ MIX/SPILL RESPONSE TRAINING

° Trained in the action of handling Dangerous Goods mix or spill as the result of an accident

Timeline

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Bassett Petroleum Ltd.
05.2018 - Current

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Autocamping Ltd
02.2012 - 05.2018

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Altrom GPC Auto Group
02.2012 - 05.2018

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

M & R Environmental
06.2009 - 01.2012

Bulk Tanker Driver

M & R Environmental
07.2006 - 06.2009

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Chevron Texaco
08.2002 - 07.2006

Fuel Transport Driver

Morrow Fuel Services/Petro Canada
03.1995 - 06.2002

Delivery Driver

Canadian Linen
10.1994 - 01.1995

Class 1/3 Truck Driver Distribution Specialist

Pennzoil Products Canada
08.1991 - 10.1994

Tire Technician

Kal Tire
03.1989 - 12.1990

Logging Truck Driver

Fred Lowe Logging/Art and Dennis Harris Trucking
07.1986 - 03.1989

Grade 12 Diploma -

Victoria Composite High-school
William Powell